This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL32X175-S-U — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL32X175-S-U in place of this model. The MBL replacement upgrades to a riveted rolling-packed body and the current CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensor switches (the MAL used CS1-M / DS1-M).
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X175-S-U
The AirTAC Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X175-S-U is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 175mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL32X175-S-U, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke175 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL32X175-S-U
About the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X175-S-U
The AirTAC MAL32X175-S-U is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder. It delivers 402 N of push force and 346 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X175-S-U, which matches the 32 mm bore, 175 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and U flat-end back cover. You can install the MBL without altering your pneumatic layout.
This legacy SKU includes a built-in magnet (-S) for position sensing. On the older MAL body, which uses threaded front and back covers, this magnet pairs with CS1-M or DS1-M reed switches. The modern MBL32X175-S-U features a riveted rolling-packed body and requires the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor families. Both generations rely on a fixed rubber bumper to soften end-of-stroke impacts rather than an adjustable air cushion.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X175-S-U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X175-S-U |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL32X175-S-U |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 175 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | G1/8 |
| Rod thread | M10×1.25 |
| Fluid | Air (filtered by 40µm element) |
|---|---|
| Operating pressure | 0.1 – 1.0 MPa |
| Proof pressure | 1.5 MPa |
| Temperature | -20 to +70 °C |
| Speed range | 30 – 800 mm/s |
| Cushion | Fixed rubber bumper |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 500 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC MAL datasheet (now discontinued). The MBL32X175-S-U carries the same ratings. Confirm against the product label before installation. Thread options: PT / G / NPT.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø32mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 402 N | 346 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 563 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 82 kgf | |
The MBL32X175-S-U produces the same force from the same bore — a true drop-in on output. Actual usable force is lower than theoretical; size with a margin.
Model Code: Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X175-S-U
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×175 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Optional magnet for a CS1-M / DS1-M sensor (MBL uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG). |
| CA / U / CM | Back cover: CA pivot, U flat-end or CM round-end. |
Replacement mapping: MAL → MBL, MSAL → MSBL, MTAL → MTBL, MALD → MBLD, MALJ → MBLJ.
Where the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X175-S-U Is Used
PCB Edge-Guiding Diverter
Uses 402 N of push force at 0.5 MPa to nudge circuit boards laterally on a conveyor belt into a testing lane within a compact electronics assembly cell.
Carton Flap Tucking Arm
Retracts with 346 N of pull force to tuck inner flaps on small pharmaceutical cartons before the top sealer, fitting neatly into tight packaging machine clearances.
Small Parts Sorting Gate
Extends 175 mm to actuate a sorting flap for rejecting off-spec plastic injection molded parts, relying on the U flat-end cover for rigid, straight-line actuation.
Replacing the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X175-S-U with MBL32X175-S-U
To replace the MAL32X175-S-U, order the MBL32X175-S-U. Confirm your 12 mm rod thread (M10x1.25) and the default PT porting. Because this SKU has the -S magnet, plan to upgrade your CS1-M or DS1-M switches to CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors to fit the MBL body. If your application requires adjustable end-cushioning to absorb kinetic energy, step up to the MBLC32 variant on the current line, as the MAL only offers a fixed rubber bumper.
When sizing, verify if 402 N push at 0.5 MPa is optimal. Stepping down to a 25 mm bore drops output to 245 N, while moving up to a 40 mm bore increases push force to 628 N. With a 175 mm stroke, the 12 mm rod has moderate side-load tolerance; ensure your U flat-end back cover is rigidly aligned to prevent rod binding. A plain MAL or MBL does not hold position if air pressure drops—the rod will drift.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL32X175-S-U (same bore/stroke/force)
- ✓ Same G1/8 port and mounting accessories
- ✓ Sensor: swap CS1-M/DS1-M → CMSG/DMSG/EMSG
- ✓ Need a cushion? use MBLC (adjustable air cushion)
- ✓ Confirm back cover (CA / U) and thread (PT/NPT/G)
Installation & Maintenance Notes
- check Use clean air filtered to 40µm or finer.
- check Keep within 0.1 – 1.0 MPa operating pressure.
- check Avoid side load on the piston rod.
- check Front/rear covers are threaded — not intended for field disassembly.
- check Use the correct mounting accessory (LB / FA / SDB) and back cover (CA / U / CM).
- check For new builds, specify the MBL32X175-S-U instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X175-S-U FAQ
Yes, the MAL32X175-S-U is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X175-S-U. It provides the same 32 mm bore, 175 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and U flat-end mounting. The main difference is the body construction: the MAL uses threaded covers, while the MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body. If you use the -S magnet for sensing, you must upgrade from the older CS1-M / DS1-M switches to the modern CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensors.
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 402 N and the pull force is 346 N. At 0.7 MPa, the push force increases to 563 N. The maximum theoretical force is 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It operates on filtered air between 0.1-1.0 MPa, runs at speeds of 30-800 mm/s, and uses a fixed rubber bumper rather than an adjustable cushion.
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